Lead Nurse – Aesthetics & Injectables

The Dermatology Partnership; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 43,056 - 52,624; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perkbox rewards

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and professional development

25 days of annual leave

Contribution to pension scheme

Employee discounts for treatments

Job summary

A private dermatology clinic in Canterbury seeks a Lead Nurse – Aesthetics & Injectables. This full-time role involves planning clinics, assisting procedures, and managing staff rotas. Candidates should have NMC registration, 3+ years nursing experience, and strong clinical skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £47,840 per annum and a range of employee benefits including training and well-being support.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration required.
• 3+ years of nursing experience with team leadership exposure is ideal.
• Experience managing a caseload and delivering nurse-led clinics.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare for dermatology and aesthetic clinics.
• Assist dermatologists and aesthetic practitioners with procedures.
• Conduct audits and embed compliance measures.

Skills

Registered Nurse with NMC registration

Minimum 3 years of nursing experience

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Clinical decision-making skills

Education

Teaching qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Lead Nurse – Aesthetics & Injectables

Location: Canterbury Skin & Laser Clinic, Canterbury

Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with 1 or 2 Saturdays per month

Salary: £47,840 per annum (£23.00 per hour)

The Dermatology Partnership is a growing group of private clinics, trusted experts in dermatology and now part of Bupa Health Services. We transform people’s lives by providing outstanding dermatology care, placing patients at the heart of everything we do, striving to be the best and believing that our patients’ trust is earned through the delivery of clinical services to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare for dermatology and aesthetic clinics, ensuring equipment, documentation, and staffing are in place
• Assist dermatologists, surgeons, and aesthetic practitioners with procedures including minor surgery, biopsies, and skin treatments
• Organise clinical staff rotas based on skills and availability
• Conduct audits and embed compliance measures in collaboration with the Practice Manager
• Support and develop nurse‑led follow‑up services across dermatology and aesthetics
• Provide patient education and resources to support understanding and self‑care
• Deliver nursing care including dressing techniques, suture removal, and patient support throughout their visit
• Educate patients on skin protection and home care for skin conditions
• Maintain high standards in nurse‑led clinics such as phototherapy, cryotherapy, acne, PRP, patch testing, minor surgery, and aesthetic treatments
• Support the dermatology and aesthetics nursing team in developing protocols, guidelines, and care pathways
• Stay up to date with best practices and proactively implement improvements across dermatology and aesthetics
• Advise senior staff on issues affecting dermatology and aesthetic care
• Work autonomously using evidence‑based practice in collaboration with specialist clinicians
• Contribute to in‑house training and competency assessments for nursing staff in both dermatology and aesthetics
• Drive standards to meet and exceed CQC regulations

Key Skills / Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration
• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience, ideally with team leadership exposure
• Experience managing a caseload and delivering nurse‑led clinics
• Strong communication, organisational, and clinical decision‑making skills
• Confident in audit participation, protocol development, and health promotion
• Computer literate and comfortable with clinical systems and documentation
• Teaching qualification or equivalent experience is desirable

Benefits

• Perkbox rewards, discounted shopping and celebrations
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to wellbeing and free counselling services
• Ongoing training and professional development throughout your career at TDP
• 25 days of annual leave entitlement in addition to public holidays
• Contribution to the company pension scheme (differs by practice)
• Employee discounts for dermatology/aesthetic treatments and skin care products

Why The Dermatology Partnership?

We are dedicated to delivering expert medical, surgical, and aesthetic skincare, guiding each patient through their unique journey. We aim to be recognised as the UK’s leading provider of clinical dermatology, attracting top clinicians and support teams. We support, understand, and value our patients and colleagues in our welcoming clinics, fostering a culture of trust, respect, and teamwork. We celebrate outstanding performance and take pride in our clinical excellence, our team, and the professional services we offer our patients.

Our commitment to innovation drives us to be flexible, agile, and adaptable, encouraging everyone to contribute to shaping our services now and in the future. We love what we do and are dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives. Our values reflect our passion for our work and our commitment to providing exceptional care in a supportive and innovative environment.